Winterizing; Motor Care - Pentair WATERFALL AF-75 Manual De Instalación / Guía Del Usuario

Winterizing

You are responsible for determining when freezing conditions may occur. If freezing conditions are expected, take the
following steps to reduce the risk of freeze damage. Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
In mild climates, when temporary freezing conditions may occur, run your filtering equipment all night to prevent
freezing.
To prevent freeze damage, follow the procedures below:
1. Shut off electrical power for the pump at the circuit breaker.
2. Drain the water out of the pump housing by removing the two thumb-twist drain plugs from the housing. Store
the plugs in the pump basket.
3. Cover the motor to protect it from severe rain, snow and ice.
Note: DO NOT wrap the motor with plastic or other air tight materials during winter storage. The motor may be
covered during a storm, winter storage, etc., but never when operating or expecting operation.

Motor Care

Protect from heat
1. Shade the motor from the sun.
2. Any enclosure must be well ventilated to prevent overheating.
3. Provide ample cross ventilation.
Protect against dirt
1. Protect from any foreign matter.
2. Do not store (or spill) chemicals on or near the motor.
3. Avoid sweeping or stirring up dust near the motor while it is operating.
4. If a motor has been damaged by dirt it may void the motor warranty.
5. Clean the lid and clamp, O-ring, and sealing surface of the pump pot.
Protect against moisture
1. Protect from continuous splashing or continuous sprayed water.
2. Protect from extreme weather such as flooding.
3. If motor internals have become wet - let it dry before operating. Do not allow the pump to operate if it has been flooded.
4. If a motor has been damaged by water it may void the motor warranty.
Note:
• DO NOT wrap motor with plastic or other air tight materials. The motor may be covered during a storm, for
winter storage, etc., but never when operating, or expecting operation.
• When replacing the motor, be certain that the motor support is correctly positioned to support the size of motor
being installed.
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